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Instant Pot Beef Stew

A hearty and comforting beef stew made quickly in the Instant Pot, featuring tender beef and vibrant vegetables in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Beef

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast or beef stew meat fat trimmed

Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Vegetables

  • 2 large potatoes cut into large chunks
  • 2 large carrots cut into thick slices
  • 3 sticks celery cut into thick slices
  • 1 large onion cut into large chunks
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Broth and Flavorings

  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Cut the beef into 1-2 inch cubes and combine with flour, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  • Step 2: Sauté the beef in vegetable oil in the Instant Pot until browned on all sides.
  • Step 3: Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then stir in tomato paste.
  • Step 4: Add potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, beef broth, bay leaf, and rosemary. Stir to combine.
  • Step 5: Secure the lid, set to 'Sealing', and pressure cook for 35 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
  • Step 6: Remove the lid, discard bay leaf and rosemary, stir gently, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

For richer flavor, add a splash of Grape juice before pressure cooking. Adjust vegetable quantities as desired.
Keyword Easy